A new comprehension and communication tool: A valuable resource for internationally educated occupational therapists

作者：Tram Nguyen^*; Baptiste Sue; Jung Bonny; Wilkins Seanne

来源：Australian Occupational Therapy Journal, 2014, 61(3): 140-147.

DOI：10.1111/1440-1630.12089

• comprehension and communication assessment
• internationally educated occupational therapists
• professional communication
• professional competence
• reflective practice

Background/Aim: The need was identified for a way to assess internationally educated occupational therapists' skills in understanding and communicating professional terminology used in occupational therapy practice. The project aim was to develop and validate such a resource.
Methods: A scenario-based assessment was developed using a three-phase process for tool development. The development process involved completion of a literature scan of professional terminology used in occupational therapy practice; selection of terms and concepts commonly used in occupational therapy practice; and, creation of practice-based scenarios illustrating key concepts complete with rating rubrics. An advisory group provided oversight, and a sample of internationally educated occupational therapists completed pilot and validity testing.
Results: The initial findings showed the assessment to be easy to complete and sensitive to testing understanding of the defined terms.
Conclusions: The final outcome is an assessment tool that has broad application for occupational therapists wishing to enter professional practice in a new country.

• 出版日期2014-6